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Smooth Frogbit

Limnobium laevigatum, Hydrocharitaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Common BladderwortUtricularia macrorhiza
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Needle RushJuncus roemerianus
Wind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Water CrowfootRanunculus aquatilis

Smooth Frogbit surface coverage blocks light needed by submerged Water Crowfoot

Water PoppyHydrocleys nymphoides

Both floating aquatic plants compete for surface area and light penetration

Crested Floating HeartNymphoides cristata

Floating aquatic plants compete intensely for surface area and light access

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationNutrient AbsorptionHabitat CreationAlgae Control

Common Questions

What zones does Smooth Frogbit grow in?

Smooth Frogbit grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Smooth Frogbit?

Good companions for Smooth Frogbit include Common Bladderwort, Needle Rush.

Design guilds with Smooth Frogbit and see companion relationships visually.

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